Crowd Density, Narrow Exits Can Turn Gatherings Deadly, Experts Warn

Times of India · india

Experts warn that crowd densities exceeding five people per square metre, coupled with narrow entry and exit routes, can transform public gatherings into deadly crushes. Sudden triggers like rain can exacerbate the danger by forcing people towards limited shelter or exits, creating dangerous pressure. This risk was highlighted by a recent incident where 19 people died in a crowd crush during a Durga Puja event in Kolkata after rain caused overcrowding.